Summer 2016 Edition of ME! Newsletter

+Leslie Jasper +ADC Kid ™ +Author Vanessa Santiago-Jerman

Poetry, Pastry, and Punch Event

I attended the Poetry, Pastry, and Punch event on Saturday, May 7, 2016 as a performer. The event was great. It was created by Author Renaee Perrier-Smith and MC'd by Elijah Brown. Mr. Brown did a great job as he discussed his road to success, introduced the performers, and made everyone feel at ease in performing. He even discussed the poet's performance after they performed and performed some of his own. The pastries made by Author Renaee were absolutely amazing. She had coconut cake, cranberry almond, carrot cup cakes, and more. Below, you will see my performance, Sonya Felice, and Jamal Hinnant.

Sonya Felice Jenkins

Jamal Hinnant

Niomie Luvv

Niomie Luvv again

Book Reviews by Melica Niccole: The Four Agreements

The Four Agreements: The Four Agreements Received 5 out of 5 stars Review: The Four Agreements  by  Don Miguel Ruiz wa...

The New Face of Disabilities Twitter Party #2- Se'Quince Aiken

On Thursday, April 14, 2016, I had the opportunity to interview Se'Quince Aiken, who has been an author since 2014. Se'Quince has Cerebral Palsy and does not seem to all that to stop her from her goals and objectives. She is an author, an owner of her own company, and is a very inspiring young lady.

She will be a Featured Author in the Children's Book Festival developed by ADC Kid and Hampton Publishing House LLC. The event will take place on Saturday, September 17, 2016 at 12 PM at the Haddon Avenue Street Festival.



Check out her interview here:

#TwitterParty at 7 PM with Ms. Se'Quince Aiken. Are you ready? #SequinceAiken #TheNewFaceofDisabilities

— Melica Niccole (@MelicaNiccole) April 14, 2016

Hi @angelaiken. How are you doing today? #SequinceAiken #TheNewFaceofDisabilities

— Melica Niccole (@MelicaNiccole) April 14, 2016

@angelaiken That's great to hear or read. Can you tell us about yourself? What do you do? #SequinceAiken #TheNewFaceofDisabilities

— Melica Niccole (@MelicaNiccole) April 14, 2016

@angelaiken Ok. Thank you Se'Quince. Can you describe your disability to others who may not understand? What is #CP as some would say?

— Melica Niccole (@MelicaNiccole) April 14, 2016

@MelicaNiccole cerebral palsy is also a motor condition. Mine is that I cannot walk. I use a motorized wheelchair#sequinceaiken

— Se'Quince Aiken (@angelaiken) April 14, 2016

@angelaiken Ok. So it is a Developmental Disability that an individual is born with? Does it limit you from doing anything? #SeQuince

— Melica Niccole (@MelicaNiccole) April 14, 2016

@angelaiken Great mindset to have. That is definitely true in the work you do. Can you share projects? #SeQuince #TheNewFaceofDisabilities

— Melica Niccole (@MelicaNiccole) April 14, 2016

@angelaiken Ok. So you're an author? How long have you been an author? How many books have you written?

— Melica Niccole (@MelicaNiccole) April 14, 2016

https://twitter.com/angelaiken/status/720755049861881856

@angelaiken Ok. So you are an author and you have your own company? You are an amazing young lady.

— Melica Niccole (@MelicaNiccole) April 14, 2016

@angelaiken So what made you want to become an author and a owner of a publishing company? #SeQuinceAiken #TheNewFaceofDisabilities

— Melica Niccole (@MelicaNiccole) April 14, 2016

@angelaiken You are definitely an #inspiration to those with and without a disability. #SeQuinceAiken #TheNewFaceofDisabilities

— Melica Niccole (@MelicaNiccole) April 14, 2016

@angelaiken That's an amazing mother you have. You are quite amazing too for wanting to be an inspiration. #TheNewFaceofDisabilities

— Melica Niccole (@MelicaNiccole) April 14, 2016

https://twitter.com/angelaiken/status/720759616032927744

@MelicaNiccole yes, she is. My whole family and friends are my support system including my twin sister.

— Se'Quince Aiken (@angelaiken) April 14, 2016

@MelicaNiccole yes I believe it is very important. If don't have your parents or family behind you, then who do you have?

— Se'Quince Aiken (@angelaiken) April 14, 2016

@angelaiken Love it!!!! Family is everything. #SeQuinceAiken #TheNewFaceofDisabilities

— Melica Niccole (@MelicaNiccole) April 14, 2016

@MelicaNiccole ye, I am a twin.

— Se'Quince Aiken (@angelaiken) April 14, 2016

https://twitter.com/MelicaNiccole/status/720757708975140865

@angelaiken That's an amazing mother you have. You are quite amazing too for wanting to be an inspiration. #TheNewFaceofDisabilities

— Melica Niccole (@MelicaNiccole) April 14, 2016

Want to find out more about this young lady? Check out the rest of the interview on Twitter. Search for #TheNewFaceofDisabilities

The New Face of Disabilities Twitter Party- Jessica Baggett

I conducted my first Twitter Party with Jessica Baggett on Wednesday, April 13, 2016. The purpose of the Twitter Party was to discuss her disabilities, her abilities, her passion, and her current work. This event is in direct correlation to my book, The New Face of Disabilities, which is about changing the mindset of those who think negatively about those who have a disability.  The book details ways to work with individuals, commonly use terminology, employment data, and resources to getting individuals assistance in going to work. These individuals are able, willing, and more than ready to be integrated within society. Support them and their efforts to be successful.

@MelicaNiccole I'm here!

— Jess B (@Thewriter86) April 13, 2016

@MelicaNiccole I am great! I can't complain.

— Jess B (@Thewriter86) April 13, 2016

@MelicaNiccole Not at all, no matter what you are going through, there is always someone that has it worse.

— Jess B (@Thewriter86) April 13, 2016

.@MelicaNiccole I was born and raised in Jersey City. I am an author, writer, playwright, musician and filmmaker.

— Jess B (@Thewriter86) April 13, 2016

.@MelicaNiccole Thank you. My grandfather started me with piano and from there I started writing songs and plays at a young age.

— Jess B (@Thewriter86) April 13, 2016

@Thewriter86 Since 12? Wow. So this is definitely your passion?

— Melica Niccole (@MelicaNiccole) April 13, 2016

.@MelicaNiccole Yes, I love being creative and coming up with new ideas. #JessicaBaggett #TheNewFaceOfDisabilities

— Jess B (@Thewriter86) April 13, 2016

Amazing. I love creative people. That can create something out of nothing. https://t.co/X7GX5yrPek

— Melica Niccole (@MelicaNiccole) April 13, 2016

.@MelicaNiccole When I was 17 I was diagnosed with a illness caused by a chemical imbalance.#JessicaBaggett #TheNewFaceofDisabilities

— Jess B (@Thewriter86) April 13, 2016

.@MelicaNiccole I kept having anxiety attacks, depression, and thoughts of hurting myself. #JessicaBaggett #TheNewFaceofDisabilities

— Jess B (@Thewriter86) April 13, 2016

.@MelicaNiccole I had a lot of people praying for me. Also medication and therapy helps. #JessicaBaggett #TheNewFaceofDisabilities

— Jess B (@Thewriter86) April 13, 2016

.@MelicaNiccole I would never let my illness define me. #JessicaBaggett #TheNewFaceofDisabilities

— Jess B (@Thewriter86) April 13, 2016

.@MelicaNiccole Thank you, when you go through things, it makes you stronger. #JessicaBaggett #TheNewFaceofDisabilities

— Jess B (@Thewriter86) April 13, 2016

.@MelicaNiccole It's a One Woman Show about my life using music, dance, humor and drama. #JessicaBaggett #TheNewFaceofDisabilities

— Jess B (@Thewriter86) April 13, 2016

@MelicaNiccole You can pay $10 at the door or you can email me at thekeys08@gmail.com #JessicaBaggett #TheNewFaceOfDisabillities

— Jess B (@Thewriter86) April 13, 2016

.@MelicaNiccole Just because you face challenges and obstacles in your life doesn't mean you can't accomplish great things. #JessicaBaggett

— Jess B (@Thewriter86) April 14, 2016

Let's Welcome Carma; New All in Together Girl

Check out Carma who is now officially an All in Together Girl. She loved the book and was super excited to receive the specialized letter that came with the book. Check back later as Illustrator +Zora Nelson draws a picture of Carma.

You and your child can be an All in Together Girl too! 

Message us how?

Words From Lady Calla Formation

Hey ladies and gentlemen "Now let's get in formation."

Spring formation.

Hope you all have been doing well this glorious Spring.

Yes! I know. Spring already?

It definitely is Spring.

In it being Spring, we know how that goes; exercise, dieting, events, and fun.

I hope you all stay healthy, have fun, and enjoy your friends and family.

Check back in the future from more words from Lady Calla Formation

TBAP's Easter Fiesta: Rich Swingle's Reel: 1-man Plays

Today, I had the pleasure of speaking with Rich Swingle via Miranda's To Be A Person Easter Fiesta Facebook page. Rich is an actor who has been acting for over 20 years. He does 1-man plays and for about 20 years, only relies on income coming from the performing arts.

I wish Rich continued success in his endeavors and thank him for being a part of this wonderful event for us to learn more about him.

Seasons of Humility: Chat with Your Favorite Authors During This Easter...

Seasons of Humility: Chat with Your Favorite Authors During This Easter...: Are you on Facebook? Then gather up your burning questions for writers, actors, and other artists you admire, because my dear friend Mir...

TBAP's Easter Fiesta

Have you heard? Miranda's To Be A Person Easter Fiest is here: Below is the roster for the fiesta. The link to TBAP’s page is: Facebook. Hope to chat with you on 3/21/16 via Facebook. Come, stop by, ask questions, and see how I can help you help yourself. The event starts at 2 PM Pacific Time and 5 PM Eastern Time. 

Easter Fiesta
March 17th/2:00-3:00pm Pacific Time – Julie Lessman, Cheryl McKay, Rene Gutteridge

March 18th/2:00-3:00pm PT – DiAnn Mills, Michelle Griep
March 19th/3:00-4:00pm PT – Rich Swingle, Kirk Fernwood
March 20th/2:00-3:00pm PT – K. Victoria Chase, Brenda Anderson
March 21st/2:00-3:00pm PT – Heather Manning, Melica Niccole
March 22nd/2:00-3:00pm PT – Bill Ewing, Doc Benson
March 24th/5:00-6:00pm PT – Rebekah Cook, Katie Pavao
March 25th/2:00-3:00pm PT – Jody Thomae, Juli Tapken, Stacey Bradshaw
March 26th/2:00-3:00pm PT – Francine Locke, Bronwyn Angley, Apolonia Davalos
March 27th/7:00-8:00pm PT – Irene Santiago, Sharon Wilharm